Tracheostomy Essentials
What is tracheostomy?
Learn the basics of tracheostomy including timing and tracheostomy tube procedures​.
Complications of tracheostomy
Discover the short and long term complications of tracheostomy.
Articles and Perspectives
Laryngomalacia: A Mother’s Journey
When I found out I was pregnant with my second child, I envisioned myself as
Tracheomalacia
Tracheomalacia is a structural abnormality of the tracheal cartilage allowing collapse of its walls and airway
Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Tracheostomy
What is a tracheoesophageal fistula? A tracheoesophageal fistula is an abnormal connection between the trachea
How to Form a Tracheostomy Team
Multidisciplinary tracheostomy teams have been shown to improve outcomes for patients with tracheostomy. Patients with
Fenestrated vs Unfenestrated Tracheostomy
There is a small but important difference between fenestrated and unfenestrated tracheostomy tubes. Understand the
Tracheostomy in the Community
There are many challenges to caring for a patient with a tracheostomy once discharged to
Tracheostomy Manikin for Tracheostomy Education
A tracheostomy manikin can be used for a simulation experience in order to train clinicians,
Is Tracheostomy Permanent?
Whether the tracheostomy is permanent or temporary depends on the initial indication for tracheostomy. Sometimes during placement, it is difficult to predict the amount of time one will require a tracheostomy tube.
Spotlight: Clearview Tracheostomy Simulation Device
The ClearView Tracheostomy Trainer is an interactive model that addresses the difficulties in understanding tracheostomy
Role of the Family after Tracheostomy
When a loved one receives news that a tracheostomy is needed, it can be scary.
Tracheostomy Tips from Families and Patients
Patients and families with tracheostomy live each day with a trach and often become experts
Showering and Bathing with Tracheostomy
Before a patient goes home with a tracheostomy, the patient or care provider should be
